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Borno: Aliko Dangote Foundation donates N1bn to Maiduguri Flood Victims
Borno: Aliko Dangote Foundation donates N1bn to Maiduguri Flood Victims
…Presidential Committee on Flooding also donates N1bn
Chairman of Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) and Chairman, National Committee on Flood Relief and Rehabilitation, Mr. Aliko Dangote, has donated a whopping sum of one billion Naira to help assuage the pains of the Maiduguri flood victims in Borno State.
The Presidential Committee on Flood Relief and Rehabilitation (PCFRR), which Dangote heads, also donated another sum of one billion naira to the cause, to help the Maiduguri victims of the flooding.
During an on-the-spot inspection of the disaster-stricken areas on Friday, Dangote, who is also the President and Chief Executive of the Dangote Industries Limited, empathised with the victims and rallied for support from other Nigerians and willing stakeholders.
Speaking on the flooding incident, Dangote described the sight as “mindboggling”, and exclaimed that he has “never seen a disaster of this scale before.”
He said, “I am moved with pity; I have never seen a disaster of this magnitude before. The state needs urgent help and intervention from well-meaning Nigerians and stakeholders.
“A lot of infrastructural development needs to be done; the houses and roads need urgent attention for people to get their lives back. Again, we are asking that corporate organisations need to intervene and provide succour in every way possible as the government cannot do it alone.”
In his remarks, Borno State governor, Babagana Zulum, appreciated Dangote’s support, stating that he has contributed immensely into the development of the state.
He added that he was not surprised to see the business mogul visit the disaster area as a solidarity gesture. He called on well-meaning Nigerians to emulate Mr. Dangote in his charitable contributions.
Recall that the flood, has displaced over a million residents and about 30 persons have been confirmed dead.
The Director-General of the Borno State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), Mr. Barkindo Mohammed, stated that “As of 5pm on Thursday, SEMA evacuated 3,683 persons from their homes in a rescue operation. The search and rescue operation is still ongoing.
“The mode of rescue involves motorists, boats, canoes, divers, military, and fire service trucks, among others. As the water continues to recede, we are concentrating on those who make distress calls and will start search and rescue today and tomorrow,” Mohammed said.
According to him, about two million people were affected, and so far, SEMA has opened 14 official camps and many informal camps where displaced persons can go. He said that the Federal Government has supported the state with N3 billion and food consignments.
“President Bola Tinubu has supported Borno and other states with N3 billion each. Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has forwarded the money to SEMA, and he has added more on what the federal government gave. We are not only responding to the flood victims in Maiduguri but also in Local Government Areas across the state,” Mohammed said.
In early December 2022, the Dangote-led Presidential Committee on Flood Relief and Rehabilitation (PCFRR), known as Dangote Flood Committee had commenced the distribution of relief materials, worth N1.5 billion to victims of flooding nationwide. The PCFRR, which was established by the Federal Government following the 2012 flooding, is co-chaired by Aliko Dangote and renowned legal giant, Dr. Olisa Agbakoba.
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OTUKOYA WINS LAGOSTALKS BACK TO SCHOOL ARTS COMPETITION
Otukoya Oluwajoba has emerged the overall winner of the Lagostalks painting and artwork exhibition,
receiving a cash prize of ₦200,000.
The event was organized by Lagos’ number one talk station, LagosTalks 91.3FM, to mark its 8th years
anniversary and supported by Krispy Kreme, BIC, and Cera Cerni’s Art Hub.
Oghene Odafe and Pamilerin Abdullahi secured the first and second runner-up positions, winning
₦150,000 and ₦100,000, respectively.
The Programmes Director, LagosTalks 91:3FM, Ify Igwe, described the event as fulfilling and a celebration of individual prowess of the children.
“Our recent ‘Colourful Creations Kids Contest’ was a tremendous success and a true highlight of our
back-to-school activation, celebrating Lagos Talks’ 8th anniversary.
“This initiative provided a platform for children to not only express their creativity but also engage with
the richness and diversity of our country through art.
“Watching the kids bring their vision of the theme, ‘My Colourful Nigeria & My Nigeria of Tomorrow,’ to
life was inspiring, and it reminded us of the importance of nurturing young talent Beyond the fantastic
prizes, this contest fostered a sense of community, inclusion, and shared joy.
“At Lagos Talks, we remain committed to creating opportunities that inspire future generations while
strengthening the bonds within our communities.”
The Sales and Marketing Director of Megalectrics Limited, operators of Beat FM, Classic FM, Naija FM,
and Lagos Talks FM, Madam Amira Obi-Okoye, urged parents to nurture their children’s talents, aiming
to develop their untapped creativity for the country’s human capital development.
Obi-okoye also emphasized mission of the “Back to School for Kids Art Competition” which seeks to help
children develop their creative talents for personal growth and the betterment of society.
“You all have the potential to become creative leaders of tomorrow. Your skills are undeniable, and what
we’ve seen today from your thoughts, vision, and creativity shows that you all envision a better Nigeria. I
see future leaders in each of you.”
Founder of Cera Cerni’s Art-Hub and one of the judges at the grand finale, Ms. Cera Cerni, encouraged
the children to use their talents positively and remain open to creative ideas and thinking.
The Community Manager for LagosTalks 91.3FM, Joy Egwudah, the brain behind the competition, shared
her inspiration:
“This initiative came from the growing concerns observed among Nigerians about the state of our
country. Many parents express deep frustration and worry about the future, due to the challenges posed
by poor leadership
Bet9ja Foundation Awards 100 Undergraduates Nationwide With Scholarships
Bet9ja Foundation, a charitable organization of Bet9ja, aimed at improving the lives of Nigerians via different program, has announced the recipients of its prestigious scholarship awards for undergraduates.
This year, 100 outstanding undergraduates from across the country have been selected to receive the coveted scholarship, recognizing their exceptional academic achievements.
The Bet9ja Foundation Scholarship Awards for undergraduates aim to identify and support high-achieving students who have demonstrated academic excellence.The foundation has identified 100 deserving students from various tertiary institutions nationwide.
According to the VP and Trustee of Bet9ja Foundation, Ada Cuomo “We are proud to recognize and reward these exceptional students who have demonstrated unwavering dedication to academic excellence.
“This scholarship program is one we have been planning to execute and we are so glad to finally go ahead with it as we received over 800 applications for this program”, she said.
The scholarship awardees were selected from a pool of applicants through a merit-based process, ensuring that the most deserving students received the awards.
Each scholarship recipient will receive full tuition payment to support their educational pursuits. This investment in Nigeria’s future leaders aligns with Bet9ja Foundation’s mission to promote education and youth development.
The Bet9ja Foundation Scholarship Awards ceremony will takes place in Lagos , Enugu and Abuja.
The foundation congratulates the awardees and encourages them to continue striving for excellence.
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